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John Deere A Restoration

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Jason

09-22-2002 11:48:23




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I am about to undertake the project of restoring a John Deere A that has not been used for approximately 25 years. It has been parked under a large grove of hemlock trees which have covered it and kept it in decent shape. It has some surface rust, but that is about it for the body. I imagine the engine is locked up, but i think that it will break loose with a lot of soaking in penetration oil. This is my first restoration project, so I would greatly appreciate any advice anyone has.

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Jerry S

10-04-2002 07:11:05




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 Re: John Deere A Restoration in reply to Jason, 09-22-2002 11:48:23  
What the other post said is pretty true that your parts are worth more than the whole tractor is together. If the tractor is special to you, like it has been in the family, then you will probably want that particular tractor done. Otherwise, it is easier to get one already running or already restored as it will cost you less to buy a restored one than to do the restoration right. On the other hand, it is your money and time and we all like to see them taken care of. Do yourself a favor and don't try to free the motor with by turning the crankshaft. Causes bent rods and worse too often. Take the cylinder block out with the pistons and rods and get them out that way.

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larry

10-08-2002 23:04:41




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 Re: Re: John Deere A Restoration in reply to Jerry S, 10-04-2002 07:11:05  
Both of the previous answers have good merit. If you really want a good experience and to know a JD then proceed. I have done one a year for the last 5 years and huting salvageyards and hunting parts is very entertaining and you will meet many people that are good people and interesting and very willing to help. You will invest and it will take time to do it right, but there is a tremendous amount of satisfaction when yoiu are finished!! If money is a problem then take more time-hunt more parts-and stay out of bars. Good luck to you on your choice.

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D Weeb

09-22-2002 15:53:51




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 Re: John Deere A Restoration in reply to Jason, 09-22-2002 11:48:23  
Jason,
Take it from an experienced me.....unless you have lots of money and lots of time, go and buy an A that is already running and use yours for parts. I have been working on one that sat for 12 years and .....whew, what a lot of work and I am not finished after over 2 years! List: Used rear rim, used rear tire, used gas tank (really hard to find), new ex-pipe, muffler, rings, valve job, 2 front tires, new gaskets, seals, wire wheels for grinder, magneto, the list goes on and on.... If I knew then what I was getting into, I would have saved my money and bought 2 A's that were running. Just my 2 cents worth, that's all I have left!!!!!
D

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